1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 663 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | Echo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2380 mm |
